Hallmark attractions such as Mt. Fuji and Takayama coexist with major cities and famous heritage in the center of Japan.Hallmark attractions such as Mt. Fuji and Takayama coexist with major cities and famous heritage in the center of Japan.

The Kansai region is one of contrasts, from the glittering lights of Osaka and Kobe to the cultural treasures of Kyoto and Nara.The Kansai region is one of contrasts, from the glittering lights of Osaka and Kobe to the cultural treasures of Kyoto and Nara.

Welcome to Japan's less-explored western frontier, where the weather is warmer and the pace of life is slower.Welcome to Japan's less-explored western frontier, where the weather is warmer and the pace of life is slower.

Island-hopping, cycling, soul-warming spiritual strolling and red-hot dancing—the island of Shikoku gets you up and moving.Island-hopping, cycling, soul-warming spiritual strolling and red-hot dancing—the island of Shikoku gets you up and moving.

The southern island of Kyushu is home to hot springs, rugged geography, undeveloped beaches and volcanoes ranging from sleepy to smoky.The southern island of Kyushu is home to hot springs, rugged geography, undeveloped beaches and volcanoes ranging from sleepy to smoky.

Fly to Okinawa and discover a distinct island culture born of subtropical sun, white sand, coral, mangrove jungles and the age of the Ryukyu Kings
Fly to Okinawa and discover a distinct island culture born of subtropical sun, white sand, coral, mangrove jungles and the age of the Ryukyu Kings

From the great white north to the sub-tropical south—and everywhere in between